In the rapid rhythm of modern life, it is especially important to find time for yourself and your own feelings of peace. Before plunging into the world of dreams, it is worth paying attention to pleasant and unobtrusive habits that help to lose the accumulated daytime fatigue and configure the body to a deep rest. Healthy rituals before going to bed help to create harmony between the body and the mind, set up the space around in a favorable way and gently disconnect from thoughts. In this article, we will analyze in detail a few simple, but effective techniques to prepare for sleep, which will give a feeling of comfort and allow you to meet the morning in high spirits.
The first step towards soft immersion in the rest is the design of the sleeping area. Lighting plays a key role: give up bright ceiling lamps an hour before the end and switch to muffled light sources - desktop or floor lamps. Neutral and pastel colors in the interior, soft textures of blankets and pillows will help to feel protected and comfort. A couple of lavender or vanilla in the aroma lamp will create a weightless enveloping aura, and the easy order - the absence of scattered things - will relieve visual noise and internal distracting factors.
Comfortable temperature in the bedroom is one of the key factors for a good rest. The ideal range varies between 18 and 21 degrees, when heat does not press, and a light cool shade encourages the body to actively include resources for relaxation. A fluffy rug by the bed, a woolen blanket or a blanket - all this invites you to slowly get comfortable. Do not forget to change his pajamas to soft natural material, whether it be cotton, flax or bamboo: such fabrics “breathe” and provide the body with pleasant tactile sensations.
Before going to bed, it is useful to devote a couple of minutes to light warm -up or breathing exercises. Start with a simple one - stretching the fingers and legs, soft inclinations of the head and shoulders. Then you can proceed to deep diaphragmatic breathing: a slow breath of four scores, a delay in two scores and a smooth exhalation by six. Such a rhythm will help the tongue of muscles and thoughts synchronize, moving the focus of attention to the sensations of the body, and not to accumulated thoughts. Finishing the mini-complex, pay attention to the relaxation of the jaw and the forehead-this is one of the most stressed areas, which we often forget about.
Aromatherapy is one of the thinnest ways to configure the nervous system for rest. Lavender, chamomile, bergamot, sandalwood or pink water in the aromadifuzor will fill the space with a light smoke of a noble smell. Choose the fragrance that is associated with you with a warm autumn evening or childhood: a checkbox in the mind of “this is safe, this is comfortable” triggers a chain of relaxation. If you do not want to use essential oils, you can prepare a grass bag with dried petals and hang it at the head of the bed - the aromas will gently be freed as it warms up at night.
The sound environment is capable of both shaking and euthanizing: in the evening, choose quiet, delicate melodies without bright accents and sharp timbres. The waves of the sea, the rustle of foliage, the light noise of the rain or piano overflows will create a soothing background and will work to relax attention, taking it away from external irritants. It is very convenient to make a playlist in advance for about 30–40 minutes and run it half an hour before bedtime - so the music will gradually soften thoughts and give a feeling of immersion in a natural cocoon.
Sometimes the most stubborn thoughts return again and again, interfering with preparing for a night's rest. To avoid restless tossing, get a “Diary before going to bed” - short notes or lists where you can make all the current ideas, tasks or simply express gratitude to the past day. A written release of thoughts allows you to cartographs the internal dialogue on paper and temporarily “release” it, knowing that tomorrow, if necessary, you will return to it. Such a ritual helps to gain order in the head and increase the level of confidence before the transition to a rest state.
The screens of smartphones, tablets and computers radiate “blue light”, stimulating the brain and creating a feeling of wakefulness. An hour before bedtime, it is better to abandon social networks, news tapes and videos. If you need to see something before bedtime, switch the device in the night mode with a warm shade of the screen or use an e-book with disabled backlight. Ideally, completely leave the technique out of reach: the phone is on the “silence” in another room, and the music comes from a separate source. This will help to avoid endless scrolling and quick involvement in digital activity.
The key to achieving soft immersion in sleep ─ in the sequence of habits. Install the approximate time of going to bed and awakening, so that the inner clock (circus rhythm) “understand” when it is time to slow down. Repetition of a small set of actions - muffled light, aromas, breath, magazine, music - will build a reliable mental association "This is time to relax." Over time, the body itself will begin to produce the necessary neurotransmitters and hormones of relaxation, giving you a feeling of lightness and comfort before a night's rest.
The organization of the right rituals before going to bed is not a luxury, but a gentle care of yourself, which allows you to live every new day with a sense of internal support and balance. In the world of speeds and distracting factors, the ability to stop, give yourself a couple of dozen minutes of prosperity - real art. Let these simple, but thoughtful steps will become your in the evenings with unchanged companions, and each awakening will be a meeting with a clear mind and a light heart. Start today, and your dream will find truly magical softness and depth.
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